Liquid Gasket Application Procedure

a. Use a scraper to remove old liquid gasket from mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil from these areas.





b. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces. (Use Nissan Genuine RTV silicone sealant Part No. 999MP-A7007 Three Bond TB1207D or equivalent.)
- For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 4.0 to 5.0 mm (0.157 to 0.197 inch) for GA engine.
- For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0 to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0.118 inch).





c. Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless otherwise specified).
d. Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
e. Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine coolant.